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Whitepapers & Industry Reports
The Heat is On: Why Queensland is Ground Zero for HVAC&R Innovation
By Prof. Tony Arnel, Chair of ARBS | July 2025
Queensland is entering a crucial phase of growth and transformation. With a projected $77 billion construction pipeline, a fast-tracked clean energy transition, and the upcoming Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the state presents both a challenge and an opportunity for the HVAC&R industry.
This whitepaper offerers a timely exploration of the pressures shaping Queensland’s built environment and what they mean for consultants, contractors, asset managers, manufacturers and decision-makers.
Download the whitepaper today to explore what lies ahead and how the industry can respond.
Cracking the Trans-Tasman Code: Trends Driving the New Zealand’s HVAC&R and Building Services Industry
By ARBS
The demand for energy-efficient solutions and sustainable practices is increasing in New Zealand’s HVAC&R and building services industry. Emphasis on cutting carbon emissions and improving indoor air quality is causing the industry to change rapidly.
This eBook presents an overview and snapshot of New Zealand’s HVAC&R and building services industry, including essential data, emerging trends, and insights on why these developments matter for Australian professionals and businesses.
Download the eBook today to discover the influences driving NZ’s HVAC&R industry.
Catalysts for Change: Learnings from ARBS 2024
By Prof. Tony Arnel, Chair of ARBS | September 2024
This whitepaper captures the strategies and insights that emerged from ARBS 2024. It discusses the critical role of HVAC&R in advancing global sustainability efforts by addressing key themes including electrification, smart systems and circular economy practices. It highlights the increasing significance of embodied carbon, which is expected to account for up to 85% of the built environment’s emissions by 2050.
“Our industry stands at a pivotal moment and our actions today will determine how effectively we can reduce emissions and create a sustainable future,” said Professor Arnel.
Download the whitepaper today to explore the strategies that will shape the future of the HVAC&R and building services industries.